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Ministry of Defence
Joint statement by Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Defence of the Republic of India and Dr Ng Eng Hen, Minister for Defence of the Republic of Singapore
 in 2015 to further strengthen the longstanding defence relationship between the Singapore Armed Forces  and the Indian Armed Forces.
Of particular significance during this meeting was the conclusion of the India-Singapore Bilateral Agreement for Navy Cooperation, which will lead to increased cooperation in maritime security, joint exercises, temporary deployments from each other’s naval facilities and mutual logistics support. Both Ministers looked forward to the commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise next year.
Dr Ng expressed his appreciation for India’s continued support for the SAF’s training in India, covered by the Air Force and Army Bilateral Agreements. Both Ministers welcomed the renewal of the Air Force Bilateral Agreement on the sidelines of the 11th Singapore-India Defence Policy Dialogue in January this year, and looked forward to the successful renewal of the Army Bilateral Agreement next year.
On regional security, both Ministers reaffirmed the importance of maintaining maritime freedom of navigation and trade consistent with international law. India plays a vital role in the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting -Plus. Both Ministers also discussed Singapore’s proposal to expand the Code of Unplanned Encounters at Sea to all ADMM-Plus countries as well as to establish guidelines for air encounters between military aircraft, in order to reduce the risk of miscalculations.
Appreciating India’s leading role in the Indian Ocean Region, Dr Ng agreed to India’s proposal for continuous and institutionalised naval engagements in their shared maritime space, including establishing maritime exercises with like-minded regional/ ASEAN partners.
Both Ministers emphasised the importance of international cooperation in tackling transnational security threats, and in particular measures to collectively tackle the threat of terrorism.
Both Ministers also commended the progress made since the India-Singapore Defence Technology Steering Committee was set up in October 2006 to launch joint research projects. Dr Ng expressed his appreciation for India’s offer of its test ranges and infrastructure to Singapore for the conduct of testing and evaluation for R&D projects.
Singapore and India have also made progress in defence industry cooperation, with the signing of the terms of reference for the Defence Industry Working Group  in August this year. Both Ministers agreed that this would facilitate greater collaboration in aerospace, electronics and other areas of mutual interest between the defence industries of both countries.
Dr Ng expressed his appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s acceptance as keynote speaker for the 2018 Shangri-La Dialogue to articulate India’s vision for a stable Indo-Pacific region.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.53 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 9.70 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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More than 193.53 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 9.70 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Union Minister Shri Anurag Thakur releases three books by DPD; presents first copies to President Ram Nath Kovind
Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Shri Anurag Thakur today released three books published by Directorate of Publications Division. Upon release the Minister presented the first copy of the books to President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind in presence of Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, President-elect Smt. Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The three books are:
- Moods, Moments and Memories - Former Presidents of India  A Visual History
- First Citizen - Pictorial Record of President Ram Nath Kovind's Term
- Interpreting Geometries - Flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The first book is a pictorial history that chronicles all the Presidents of India from the Dr. Rajendra Prasad till Shri Pranab Mukherjee and contains rare photographs sourced from Rashtrapati Bhavan archives. These photographs highlight some unique aspects of our Presidents’ lives in the historic building, both personal & public.
The second book is dedicated to President Shri Ram Nath Kovind's tenure and contains rare photographs from Shri Kovind's village and his school days. It traces his journey from his village to Rashtrapati Bhavan, and will educate the readers on how a boy from humble beginnings went on to occupy the highest office in India.
The third book is a pictorial volume put together by the Chandigarh College of Architecture and contains the historic & one-of-a-kind flooring of Rashtrapati Bhavan shown with its unique, repetitive motifs and designs & use of rare stones. Special study has gone into floral patterns embossed on geometrical backgrounds. The book displays the highest workmanship of the artisans who worked tirelessly for 18 years to build this residence. The meticulous designs on the floors, each different from the other, make the book a collector’s item.
These 3 volumes published by Publications Division of the Ministry takes the total count of books about The Presidents of India & the historic residence in which the President of India resides to 17 books.
DPD is mandated to bring out books on India's art culture, history, freedom fighters our freedom movement and many other areas of our diverse multi cultural, multi ethnic country. Publications Division is in the business of publishing since 81 years and has carved a niche for itself in the field of publishing and bringing out books for both children & adults at affordable prices.
Ministry of Defence
INS Talwar in exercise Cutlass Express-21 conduct of VBSS training by Indian Navy
Indian Naval Ship Talwar is participating in the multi-national maritime exercise Cutlass Express 2021 , being conducted from 26 Jul to 06 Aug 21 in Kenya. In the harbour phase, which was conducted from 26 -28 Jul at Mombasa, a team of Indian Navy Marine Commandos  conducted training of personnel from navies of Kenya, Djibouti, Mozambique, Cameroon and Coast Guard of Georgia. The MARCOS shared the best practicesin executing Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure  operations with the participating foreign Navy sailors during the exercise, which was held at the Bandari Maritime Academy in Mombasa.
Exercise Cutlass Express is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities between the U.S., East African and Western Indian Ocean nations to counter illicit maritime activity in the Western Indian Ocean.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
SETTING UP OF SAKHI KENDRA FOR WOMEN
The Government implements the One Stop Centre  Scheme, popularly known as Sakhi One Stop Centres, across the country with effect from 1st April 2015 under Nirbhaya Fund with the objective to provide integrated support and assistance under one roof with a range of services including police facilitation, medical aid, legal aid and counselling, psycho-social counselling to women affected by violence and in distress, both in private and public spaces. Under the scheme, Central Government provides 100% financial assistance directly to districts for setting up and management of OSCs. As of now, 733 OSCs have been approved for setting up in 36 States /UTs, out of which 704 are operational in 35 States /UTs, which have assisted over 4.93 lakh women across the country. In the State of Uttarakhand, 13 OSCs are operational in 13 districts, which have assisted 5032 women since inception.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Cabinet
Cabinet condoles the demise of Dr. M. Karunanidhi, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
The Union Cabinet met under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and condoled the demise of Dr. M. Karunanidhi, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu who passed away on 7.8.2018 at Kauvery Hospital in Chennai.
The Cabinet observed two-minute silence in his memory and passed a condolence resolution. The text of resolution is as follows:
"The Cabinet expresses profound sorrow at the sad demise of Dr. M, Karunanidhi, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 7.8.2018 at Kauvery Hospital, Chennai. In his death, the country has lost a veteran and distinguished leader, affectionately called "Kalaignar".
He was born in Thirukkuvalai village in Nagapattinam District on 3rd June, 1924. He had held various important positions in his public and political life during his long career in Tamil Nadu political arena. He entered Tamil Nadu Assembly winning Kulithalai seat in the 1957 elections at the age of 33. He became a Minister in Tamil Nadu Government in 1967 and then rose to become the Chief Minister of the State for the first time in 1969. He held the position as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu five times.
Apart from his political life and career, he has been very popular screenwriter in Tamil cinema. He used medium of cinema for propagating the ideals of the Dravidian movement. Dr. M. Karunanidhi was also famous for his writing and oratorical skills. His contribution to Tamil literature has been profound and prolific covering a wide range i.e. poems, screenplays, novels, biographies, stage-plays, dialogues and movie songs.
In his death, people of Tamil Nadu have lost their popular leader.
The Cabinet extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family as well as the people of Tamil Nadu on behalf of the Government and the entire nation.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President greets people on the occasion of Onam
The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu greeted the people on the occasion of Onam. Following is the text of the message -
“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Onam.
Onam marks the beginning of the harvest season in various parts of our country and is an occasion to celebrate the vitality and abundance of nature. As an ancient festival of Kerala, Onam honours the memory of legendary king Mahabali. The colorful festival of flowers is an occasion for family and friends to get together and indulge in traditional games, music and dancing and partake in a grand feast, the ‘Onasadya’.
I urge my fellow citizens to celebrate the festival by adhering to COVID health and hygiene protocols. May the festival usher in peace, prosperity and happiness in our country.”
Following is the Hindi text of the message:
“मैं ओणम के पावन अवसर पर अपने सभी देशवासियों को हार्दिक बधाई और शुभकामनाएं देता हूं।
ओणम, हमारे देश के विभिन्न भागों में फसल-कटाई के मौसम की शुरूआत का प्रतीक है और यह प्रकृति की प्राणशक्ति तथा प्रचुरता के मनाने का अवसर है। केरल के प्राचीन त्यौहार के रूप में ओणम, पौराणिक राजा महाबली की स्मृति के सम्मान में मनाया जाता है। फूलों का यह रंगारंग त्यौहार परिवार और मित्रों के लिए एक साथ मिलकर परम्परागत खेलों, संगीत और नृत्य का आनंद उठाने और शानदार प्रीतिभोज 'ओनासद्या' का लुत्फ उठाने का अवसर है।
मैं अपने नागरिकों से कोविड स्वास्थ्य और स्वच्छता नयाचारों की अनुपालना करते हुए त्यौहार मनाने का आग्रह करता हूं। मैं कामना करता हूं कि यह त्यौहार हमारे देश में शांति, समृद्धि और खुशी लेकर आए।“
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Sri Kamran Rizvi, IAS, takes charge as CMD Hudco
Kolkata, November 6, 2020
Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited  is a premier techno financial institution under the ministry of Housing and Urban affairs, Government of India. Sri Kamran Rizvi, IAS, takes charge as CMD Hudco.
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Combined Defence Services Examination -2018
Declaration of Final result there of
The following are the lists, in order of merit of 100  candidates who have qualified on the basis of the results of the Combined Defence Services Examination , 2018 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission in November, 2018 and SSB interviews held by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence for admission to the 147th  Course of Indian Military Academy, Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad  Training Course i.e. No. 206 F Course.
There are some common candidates in the three lists for various courses.
The number of vacancies, as intimated by the Government is 100 for Indian Military Academy [including 13 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ certificates  holders], 45 for Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala Executive /Hydro [including 06 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders ] and 32 for Air Force Academy, Hyderabad [03 vacancies are reserved for NCC ’C’ Certificate  holders through NCC Spl. Entry].
The Commission had recommended 2494, 1653 and 582 as qualified in the written test for admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Air Force Academy respectively. The number of candidates finally qualified are those after SSB test conducted by Army Head Quarters.
The results of Medical examination have not been taken into account in preparing these lists.
Verification of date of birth and educational qualifications of these candidates is still under process by the Army Headquarters. The candidature of all these candidates is, therefore, Provisional on this score. Candidates are requested to forward their certificates, in original, in support of Date of Birth/Educational qualification etc. claimed by them, along with Photostat attested copies thereof to Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters, as per their first choice.
In case, there is any change of address, the candidates are advised to promptly intimate directly to the Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters.
These results will also be available on the UPSC website at http://www.upsc.gov.in. However, marks of the candidates will be available on the website after declaration of final result of Officers’ Training Academy  for Combined Defence Services Examination , 2018.
For any further information, the candidates may contact Facilitation Counter near Gate ‘C’ of the Commission’s Office, either in person or on telephone Nos.011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 between 10:00 hours and 17:00 hours on any working day.
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Ministry of Law and Justice
Press Communique
Vide Notification of even No. dated 27th August, 2021, in exercise of the powers conferred by Article 223 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint Shri Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, senior-most Judge of Kamataka High Court, to perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice of that High Court with effect from date Shri Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka relinquishes the charge as Chief Justice of the Kamataka High Court consequent upon his appointment as Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
Ministry of Defence
Vice Admiral Karambir Singh will take over as Next Chief of Naval Staff
The Government have appointed Vice Admiral Karambir Singh, presently Flag Officer Commander-in-Chief  Eastern Naval Command as next Chief of the Naval Staff with effect from afternoon of May 31, 2019. The present Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba retires on the same day.
Born on November 03, 1959, Vice Admiral Karambir Singh was commissioned on July 01, 1980 into the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy.
During his long and distinguished service spanning nearly 39 years, he has served in a variety of Command, Staff and Instructional appointments. Vice Admiral Singh’s Sea Command includes Guided Missile Destroyers INS Rana and INS Delhi. He also served as Fleet Operations Officer of the Western Fleet and was Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra and Gujrat area. Before taking over as FOC-in-C Eastern Naval Command in October 2017, he was Director General Project Seabird, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff and Vice Chief of the Naval Staff.
Vice Admiral Karambir Singh is a graduate of the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. Vice Admiral Karambir Singh has been decorated with the Param VishishtSeva Medal  and the AtiVishishtSeva Medal .
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Ministry of Civil Aviation
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Germany on Cooperation in the field of Civil Aviation
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved signing of the Memorandum of Understanding  titled Joint Declaration of Intent between India and Germany on Cooperation in the field of Civil Aviation. The Joint Declaration will lead to promotion of safe, effective and efficient development of air transport between India and Germany.
The MoU in the form of Joint Declaration of Intent signifies an important landmark in the civil aviation relations between India and Germany, and has the potential to spur greater trade, investment, tourism, and cultural exchanges between the two countries.
The two countries desired to strengthen and further develop the established relation through signing a Joint Declaration of Intent for promoting and facilitating exchange of knowledge and experience, cooperation in the field of Civil Aviation. The main objective of this Joint Declaration of Intent is to promote and facilitate mutual cooperation in the following areas:-
 Aviation Safety and Air Traffic Management
Sharing of information and best practices related to aviation safely activities and safety oversight including Air Traffic Management through seminars, colloquiums, visits and other ideas as appropriate.
 Heliports and Helicopter Emergency Medical Services 
Sharing of information and best practices related to heliports and Helicopter Emergency Medical Services.
 Regulations and Policy
Continued collaboration at ICAO on key international issues.
 Corporate and Business Aviation Development
Sharing of information on facilities for business and non-commercial aviation.
 Environment
 Sharing of experience regarding governmental oversight of aerodromes with special focus on sustainable and environment-friendly aerodrome development and planning.
 Collaboration at international level with view to the importance of tackling climate change and therefore of addressing Greenhouse Gas  emissions associated with aviation, both at domestic and international levels.
 Training and Skills Development
Explore partnerships in technical and non-technical co-operation and training, in particular, in aviation safety oversight.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation  Order, 2020
Union Ministry for Home Affairs  has issued an order for adaptation and modification of State Laws specific to the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir, to further facilitate the application of Central Laws to the newly formed Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Gazette Notification
Ministry of Defence
CAS Reviews Passing Out Parade of 136th Course at the National Defence Academy
Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa PVSM AVSM YSM VM ADC, Chief of the Air Staff was the Reviewing Officer today for the Passing Out Parade of 136th Course at the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla.
A total of 291 cadets graduated from the Academy as they passed through the portals of the prestigious Khetrapal Parade Ground. This included 218 Army cadets, 34 Navy cadets and 39 Air Force cadets. 15 cadets from the friendly foreign countries namely Afghanistan, Bhutan, Tajikistan, Maldives, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Papua New Guinea also passed out from the academy.
Chief of Air the Staff reviewed the parade and addressed the Passing out Course cadets wherein he complimented the cadets for their exceptional drill movements and impeccable turn out. He congratulated the parents and cadets of the Passing out Course. He also mentioned the pride he felt in reviewing the Parade and made a special mention of the award winners.
‘Kilo’ Squadron bagged the prestigious ‘Chiefs of Staff Banner’, for being the Champion Squadron which was presented during the parade.
Ministry of Defence
Inauguration of Civilian Married Accommodation at NCHC Powai
Talwar & Trishul Blocks comprising of 128 Type-III married accommodation for Indian Naval Defence Civilian Employees was inaugurated by Shri Lalchand Yadav, F/Man , a senior serving employee of Naval Dockyard  in the presence of VAdm Ajit Kumar FOC-in-C West on 16 October 2020. The newly commissioned quarters would bridge the shortfalls in accomodation for Defence Civilian Employees to a large extent.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
General V.K Singh emphasizes upon uniformed approach on national securityand role of individuals
Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways General V.K. Singh has emphasized upon uniformed approach on national security, and how each individual has got some role to play in overall safety and security of the nation.He said, the general perception of national security is that it is the responsibility of the uniformed personnel only, but rather national security has a wider connotation.
Delivering a talk on ‘National Security Dialogue’ in the Indian Institute of Public Administration  yesterday, theformer Chief of Army Staffexhorted the participants to be the initiators of change. He opined that changing the mindset and ethos and shaking off the Empire building approach is essential to achieve complete National Security. He said, National Security can’t be achieved in piecemeal but is an integrated approach consisting of all security matters like External Security, Internal Security, Energy Security, Cyber Security etc.
The Ministeralso spoke about use of technology, innovation and skilled approach while dealing with the overall security aspects besides highlighting the defence procurement, cyber space safety and self reliance in technology. He stressed upon Atmanirbhar Bharat,which translates to 'self-reliant India' or 'self-sufficient India’ to develop capabilities in the indigenous manufacturing of defenceequipments.
Faculty of IIPA and senior staff attended the session. Trainee officers of the 46th Advanced Professional Programmein Public Administration  - a customised 10-month programme of IIPA for senior officers of the All India and Central Services including the Armed Forces along with the members of regional and local branches of IIPA attended the session via online mode.
Gen V K Singh also garlanded the bust of Mahatma Gandhi and SardarVallabhbhai Patel in IIPA.